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Microgreen Compound Butter

Recipe brief

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Microgreen Compound Butter

A simple compound butter with finely chopped microgreens for steak, toast, potatoes, and vegetables.

Category
Sauces, Spreads & Dressings
Time
10 min prep
Servings
About 1/2 cup
Type
Compound butter

Ingredients

What to gather

Microgreens are added for flavor, color, and texture. Keep refrigerated and rinse before use.

Butter

  • 1/2 cup softened butter
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped mild chef mix or mustard microgreens
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Pinch of salt

Method

How to make it

Add microgreens after hot cooking steps unless the recipe says otherwise, so texture and color stay intact.

  1. Step 1

    Mash butter with chopped microgreens, lemon zest, and salt.

  2. Step 2

    Shape into a small log or spoon into a ramekin.

  3. Step 3

    Chill until firm and use on warm foods at service.

Chef notes

Use small portions so the fresh green flavor stays clear.

Storage and handling

Keep refrigerated. Rinse before use.

Best uses

  • Steak plates
  • Toast
  • Roasted potatoes
  • Vegetables

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